Atlante and Monterrey Draw in Decisive Liguilla Match

Atlante and Monterrey faced each other this Thursday, September 25, 2026, in a match that could define one of the clubs' presence in the Apertura 2026 Liguilla. The clash ended in a 1-1 draw, with Belgian forward Hugo Cuypers scoring the equalizer for Monterrey.

Result and Goals Scored

The match was decided by Hugo Cuypers' goal, which ended a four-game goalless streak, both in Liga MX and the Leagues Cup. Cuypers' goal secured a 1-1 draw for Monterrey, keeping the score unchanged until the end of the match.

Atlante in the Liguilla Race

With the tenth matchday of the championship underway, Atlante seeks to get closer to eighth place, which currently requires 14 points. The club has eight points, meaning a victory could keep them in contention for qualification in the final rounds.

Monterrey's Historical Performance at the Stadium

In the four previous matches played at Monterrey's stadium, the visiting team has three draws and one loss, with no victories. The team has scored two goals and conceded five in these clashes.

Monterrey's Current Position

Away from home, Monterrey comes in with one win, two losses, three goals scored, and four conceded. Despite being considered the heavy favorite for the match, the draw did not add enough points to advance in the fight for the lead.

Implications of the Draw

The result leaves Atlante still 6 points away from eighth place, but still with a chance to climb the table in the final rounds. For Monterrey, the draw leaves the team without the necessary victory to consolidate its favored position, requiring positive results in upcoming matches.

With information from El Mañana de Reynosa, Récord.